Master of Science in Kinesiology - Sports Administration

Advance your career in exercise science and sport administration. The Master of Science in Kinesiology at Montclair State University is designed for you if you’re ready to take the next step in your career in exercise science, sport performance or clinical rehabilitation. This 33-credit program can be completed in two years, with evening and hybrid classes that fit your schedule. The program’s Exercise & Sport Science concentration provides advanced training in exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning and sport psychology, with electives in cardiac rehabilitation, coaching techniques and exercise programming. You’ll also gain valuable research experience and complete either an internship or research project as your capstone. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology, or for continuing their education in fields such as physical therapy, medicine, or academia. Program Highlights: Complete your degree in two years 33 credits. Evening and hybrid classes designed for working professionals. Hands-on training in our state-of-the-art Human Performance Laboratory. Choice of internship or research project as a capstone experience. Expert faculty with strong ties to the sport, health, and research fields. No GRE required; prerequisites in Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology. Sport Administration: The Sport Administration Concentration at Montclair State University prepares you for leadership roles in the rapidly growing sports industry. This program blends a strong foundation in sport administration with the flexibility to specialize in athletic administration, coaching or sport business, depending on your career goals. Graduate courses are offered in evening and hybrid formats, giving you the flexibility to balance your studies with work or athletic commitments. You’ll also complete an internship or research project as your capstone experience, gaining valuable, real-world skills in sport management and leadership. Graduates are well-prepared for careers as athletic directors, coaches, recreation directors, and sport business managers in areas like sales, marketing, facilities management, event coordination, and guest relations. This concentration also provides a strong pathway to advanced graduate study for those seeking to further specialize. With expert faculty and fully mediated classrooms, Montclair State delivers the tools you need to succeed in sport administration and leadership.

Applicants must provide the following documents: a university transcript, proof of degree, and a passport. Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA in undergraduate degree; Personal Statement; 2 letters of recommendation